PhD position in Embedded AI for 6G Unmanned Aerial Networks

Pervasive Wireless Systems Group

Deadline for receipt of applications: November 16th, 2025 23:59 AoE (17 November 2025, 13:59h Europe/Madrid Time)

IMDEA Networks’ Pervasive Wireless System Group headed by Prof. Domenico Giustiniano invites applications for PhD positions in the framework of HORIZON-MSCA-2023-DN-01-01 ANT Project.

The project aims to develop embedded AI systems that can help 6G Radio Access Networks to perform demanding tasks on Unmanned Aerial Networks. The work will rely on Open Source frameworks, such as Open Air Interface, and NVIDIA embedded platforms.

The position offers:

•   hands-on training in deploying and running experimental platforms
•   a unique opportunity to work with large-scale real-world measurement data
•   a vibrant, collaborative, multi-cultural and English-speaking environment
•   the prospect to publish at top-tier venues in networking
•   the high quality of life of the region of Madrid, Spain, where we are based.

The position requires:

•   an MSc degree in Computer Science, Telecommunication Engineering, or related fields, with a     solid academic record
•   excellent programming skills
•   experience in signal processing, machine learning, data fusion, wireless communication 
•   fluency in written and spoken English
•   enthusiasm for interdisciplinary research.

 Eligibility Criteria:

To be eligible for this position, applicants must meet the following conditions at the time of recruitment:

• Mobility Rule: Candidates must not have resided or carried out their main activity (work, studies, etc.) in Spain for more than 12 months in the 3 years immediately before the recruitment date.
• Research Experience: Candidates must have less than 4 years of full-time research experience after obtaining the degree that gives access to a PhD.

This position is funded from the European Union’s Horizon Europe research and innovation programme under grant agreement No. 101226491

Equal Employment Opportunity

IMDEA Networks Institute aims to increase the proportion of women and therefore qualified female applicants are explicitly encouraged to apply. Until a balanced ratio of men and women has been achieved at the institute, preference will be given to women if applicants have similar qualifications. IMDEA Networks Institute actively promotes diversity and equal opportunities. Applicants are not to be discriminated against in personnel selection procedures on the grounds of gender, ethnicity, religion or ideology, age, sexual orientation (anti-discrimination). People with disabilities who have the relevant qualifications are expressly invited to apply.